Spanish-American War (1898)

These flashcards cover the major vocabulary terms related to the Spanish-American War, including key events, legislation, and figures involved in the conflict.

Spanish-American War

A conflict fought between the United States and Spain in 1898, leading to U.S. expansion.

Yellow Journalism

Sensationalized news reporting that fueled public support for the Spanish-American War, particularly by Hearst and Pulitzer.

Reconcentration Camps

Camps established by General Weyler where Cuban civilians were forced, leading to high mortality rates.

Teller Amendment

Legislation stating that the U.S. would not annex Cuba after the Spanish-American War.

Foraker Act

A 1900 law establishing a civil government in Puerto Rico without granting U.S. citizenship.

Platt Amendment

A provision that allowed the U.S. to intervene in Cuban affairs and required Cuba to accept U.S. conditions.

USS Maine

American battleship whose sinking in Havana Harbor contributed to the outbreak of the Spanish-American War.

Commodore George Dewey

U.S. naval officer who led a successful attack on the Spanish fleet in the Philippines.

Rough Riders

A volunteer cavalry regiment led by Theodore Roosevelt during the Spanish-American War.

Insular Cases

Supreme Court cases that dealt with the constitutional rights of territories acquired by the U.S.